Studies of Achilles for ‘Chiron and Achilles’ 1922 - 1925

This charcoal sketch, executed between 1922 and 1925, is a study by John Singer Sargent for his painting ‘Chiron and Achilles’. The study, which focuses on a single male figure, depicts a nude male model in a variety of poses. The expressive lines and shading used by Sargent capture the movement and form of the figure. This piece is a testament to the American artist's masterful skill in anatomical observation, highlighting his dedication to the study of human anatomy for his larger compositions. This study is an example of Sargent's process and his dedication to detail.